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Experienced Truck Driver needed. Full and part time hours available Customer service skills and fluent english required. Mechanical experience would be beneficial. Ring 0872560544 if interested in the Job Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Temporary Adult Education Guidance Counsellor
Immediate Vacancy: Temporary Full Time Position Essential Qualifications: • A primary degree and / or Post Graduate Diploma in Careers Guidance or Careers Guidance and Counselling or • Master of Education (Guidance) or Master of Science in Counselling, or Equivalent post graduate qualification recognised by the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy or the Institute of Guidance Counsellors Essential Experiences: • Experience in adult/further education and training, teaching, employment service, youth work, community development or social science is essential. • Knowledge of learning, training and employment opportunities and the range of services/supports available to the client target groups is essential. • Ability to liaise with and to establish good relationships with a wide range of clients, agencies and staff. • Experience of delivering educational guidance to adults is desirable. • Irish language skills are desirable; Essential Personal Qualities/Skills: • An understanding of the needs of the diverse target groups. • Be highly conscientious and committed to the highest standards of professional service • Be caring and motivated by the best interests of the clients. • Have excellent listening skills. • Demonstrate sensitivity and empathy. • A genuine commitment to a person centred, non-judgemental and holistic approach to working with clients Duties & Responsibilities: The successful candidate will be required to work in the geographical areas of Galway and Roscommon. The post-holder will report to the Adult Guidance Coordinator/Counsellor/Senior Manager. • To develop and deliver a programme of guidance provision to individuals and groups which supports the aims and objectives of the GRETB Adult Guidance and Information Service, under the direction of the Adult Guidance Coordinator/Counsellor or Chief Executive/Director of FET/AEO or Senior Manager. • To establish effective links with relevant agencies from the statutory, voluntary and community sectors to exchange information, develop partnership working and support client progression. • To contribute to the development and implementation of a quality and evaluation framework and to the strategic development of the Service. • To participate in appropriate continuous professional development and training as agreed with Guidance Coordinator/Counsellor/ Senior Manager.
Field-Based Fundraising Team Leader
Title: Field-Based Fundraising Team Leader (Nationwide) – Medicine San Frontier: Doctors Without Borders Make a difference every day – and help others do the same. We’re looking for a natural leader to take charge in the field — coaching new fundraisers, setting the tone, and leading by example. If you love working with people, thrive outdoors, and want to inspire a team to do meaningful work, this is the role for you. Location: Field-Based – Nationwide Locations Job Type: Full-time/Part-time DOE What you’ll do:
Mystery Shoppers
Mystery Shoppers - Required Nationwide! Looking to earn an extra income? Would you like to earn cash while you shop? Customer Perceptions are recruiting Mystery Shoppers across Ireland. Flexible working hours are available to suit your needs. All you need is: ✅ Good observational skills ✅ The ability to recognise outstanding customer service ✅ A strong grasp of written and spoken English Click Apply Now to submit your application today! Don't have a current CV? No worries - Just click Apply Now and upload your letter of introduction through the cv section OR Click HERE to view the JobAlert.ie CV templates section and build your CV today! 🛑 IF YOU DO NOT RECEIVE A RESPONSE WITHIN 4 WORKING DAYS OF SUBMITTING YOUR APPLICATION PLEASE DOUBLE-CHECK YOUR SPAM OR JUNK FOLDER 🛑
Care Support Workers
Job Opportunity Role: Care Support Workers Contract Type: Permanent Contract Hours: 5 x39 Hours per week Cheshire Service: Cheshire Ireland Services Address: Donegal, Mayo, Sligo & Galway We are seeking applications from energetic and enthusiastic individuals to join our team for the above position. Candidates must be highly motivated, creative, and experienced with a passion for engaging with the people we support daily. About Cheshire Ireland Cheshire Ireland provides quality services to adults with physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities at a medium and high level of need. More information on our organisation can be found at https://www.cheshire.ie/ What we do We provide individualised supports for people to meet their physical, psychological, and social care needs in an environment that encourages independence and promotes their rights and well-being. Our services provide a friendly, cooperative, and positive working environment within busy residential and community services. The right candidate will share our values and will be passionate about making a positive difference to the lives of the people we support. How we work Our services are based on clear principles of supporting people “one person at a time”. As a member of the team, you will be committed to high quality rights-based, person-centred service delivery, be willing to embrace change and help foster a culture of continuous improvement. What you will do You will support people with all aspects of their daily lives as per their individual needs and in accordance with their evolving personal plans to support them to live their best possible lives. You will be required to establish and maintain relationships with the people we support that are based on respect and equality and that promote their rights and independence. It is critical that when undertaking your work that you do so in a manner that is consistent with Cheshire Ireland’s values, operating ethos, and standards. Who we are looking for: Hold or be in the process of undertaking a minimum of QQI Level 5 in Healthcare Support or a minimum of QQI Level 6 Social Care or a Nursing qualification. Have experience in supporting people with disabilities. Hold or be working towards gaining a Full Manual Driving license and willingness to drive for work. Desire for personal and professional development. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Eligibility to work in Ireland is essential. Good Standard of verbal and written English. Computer literate (experience with online care management systems an advantage). Personal integrity and trustworthiness. Positive attitude. Willing to embrace change and is committed to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and learning throughout the service. Committed to the principles of rights-based, person-centred services. Candidates who have experience and no qualifications may be hired if they are willing to undertake and complete QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support within two years of the commencement of their role. Why work for us Flexibility in working hours. €34100.68 to €39625.68 Depending on Experience. Premiums paid on unsocial hours. Career opportunities. Induction and ongoing training via Cheshire Academy. Free onsite Parking. Benefits Sick pay benefit. Company Pension Scheme. Maternity benefit. Bike/Cycle to work scheme Employee assistance programme. Death in Service benefit for pension members. Employee Referral Scheme QQI Training Program. Welcome packs. Employee discounts. Closing Date: 15th of December 2025 @5pm Cheshire Ireland is an equal opportunity employer. All successful candidates will be required to undergo vetting by the Garda National Vetting Bureau and provide the necessary documentation to confirm their eligibility to work. Company Reg No: 20165 Reg Charity No: CHY 5484 Charities Regulator No: 20008321
Team Leader
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POST OF PERMANENT FULL-TIME COMMUNITY TEAM LEADER ORCHARD SERVICES, GORT, CO. GALWAY Ref: 88829 Location: Orchard Centre, Gort, Co Galway The role: The vision of the Orchard Services, Gort is to support people with intellectual disabilities to achieve a full and valued life in their community. Our focus is to form a relationship / partnership with each individual and their family to support people to be valued citizens in their local community and to have ordinary life experiences. We wish to create opportunities for people who use our service to have valued social roles in their communities and to have the chance to form real friendships and relationships We wish to recruit an innovative, creative, motivated, visionary person who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision. We are looking for an individual who will be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individuals they support and are open to change and aim to provide a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfil their potential and expectations with opportunity for new experiences. The successful candidate will be responsible for the delivery of a person-centred service. The Team leader will be responsible for the day-to-day management and coordination of the staff team and the programme while providing leadership and supervision at a local level. It is the Team Leader’s responsibility to ensure that the life of each individual reflects the organisation’s core values and the personal outcome measures by supporting each individual’s development in the areas of • Dignity and respect • Promoting Independence in all areas of their life • Developing friendships/relationships • Making choices and having responsibility • Making a contribution to their local community • Community Networking Reporting To: Team Manager/Service Coordinator Responsible To: Area Manager Qualifications: The recognised professional qualification for social care is as follows: • HETAC/NQAI BA (HONS) in Applied Social Studies (Disability)/Social Care. • Candidates must be eligible for registration on the Social Care Register at CORU on or before 30th November 2025. View approved qualifications on https://www.coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ • A management qualification is also desirable Candidates must have a full clean manual Irish driving licence. A full Class B Driving Licence to enable the successful candidate to drive the transport that is assigned to the service is essential. Experience: The successful candidate must have a minimum of 3 years’ experience working with people with intellectual disability and the management and supervision of a staff team. Previous experience of community networking and supporting individuals to partake in activities in their local community, goal setting and programme implementation is desirable. Skills: Candidates must demonstrate leadership and planning skills and the ability to set goals, put into action and follow through. Candidates must have the ability to exercise good judgement, discretion and confidentiality, to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms and co-operate in a team environment with a person-centred philosophy. IT skills are an essential requirement of the post. Working Hours: A 39-hour working week based on a Monday – Friday 5-day duty roster. Appointee will be required to work early mornings, late evenings, and occasional split shifts, however sleep-ins and weekend duty commitment is not required for this post. On Call commitment is a requirement of this post. Annual Leave: 23 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Social Care Leader salary scale (01/08/2025) €56,351 x 6 increments - €65,807 per annum. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and sleep-in when worked. Tenure: This post is permanent, full-time and pensionable Full Job Description Attached Closing Date for receipt of completed Application Forms and CVs is 5pm Thursday 27th November 2025 The Brothers of Charity Services is an equal opportunities employer. INDW
Staff Nurse, University Hospital And Merlin Park
Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: Staff Nurse (Theatre), Galway University Hospital and Merlin Park University Hospital SNTHEGUHNOV25 Grade Code: 2135 County: Galway Hse Area: West & North West Staff Category: Nursing & Midwifery Closing Date 10.00am on 15th December 2025 Contract Type: Permanent, Whole-time/ part time Specified Purpose, Whole time/ part time Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held on a rolling basis to form panels. Interviews will be held via ZOOM and face to face. Informal Enquiries: Ms Mairead McGovern , Assistant Director of Nursing Theatre GUH and Merlin Park , Email: mairead.mcgovern@hse.ie Phone : 091 893538 Location Details: Galway University Hospital Application Details Please ensure you download, save and read the Job Specification. We strongly recommend that you read the Job Specification before submitting your Curriculum Vitae & NMBI Registration. Please include your NMBI Registration & Curriculum Vitae . Interviews will be competency based. Post Specific Related Information As outlined on job specification Relocation Package The HSE offers an International Recruitment Relocation Package to relevant applicants. Please refer to HR Circular 001/2023 at the following link: https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/hr-circulars/hr-circular-001-2023-international-recruitment-relocation-package.pdf
Production Operator
Ready to make a difference by utilizing your talents? Join a team driven by a mission to help patients, and a culture focused on developing medical device and diagnostic solutions. Surmodics is pursuing highly differentiated medical devices that are designed to address unmet clinical needs and engineered to the most demanding requirements. This key growth strategy leverages the combination of the Company’s expertise in proprietary surface technologies, along with enhanced device design, development and manufacturing capabilities. The Company mission remains to improve the detection and treatment of disease. Job Summary The Production Operator as a member of the production team is responsible for performing a variety of production assembly operations, rotating through the production/manufacturing area and producing finished product in accordance with appropriate procedures and standards. This role is based in our facility in Ballinasloe, Co. Galway and the working week is a 4 day compressed week from Monday to Thursday. - Day Shift: 6.30am to 4.45pm Responsibilities
Warehouse Associate
Are you someone who is passionate, motivated, and driven to make a difference? If so, MSA Safety is the perfect fit for your career. At MSA, SAFETY is who we are AND it is what we do. We are a purpose-driven company committed to deploying innovation and technology to deliver on our Mission to help protect people and assets all around the world. We continue to be relentless in our pursuit of solving our customers greatest problems so they can go home safe each and every day. Are you in? Read on for more details about this particular role. Responsibilities Description of duties and role responsibilities:
Executive Facilities Manager
Galway City Council has a requirement for an Executive Facilities Manager and are seeking applications from suitably qualified candidates with relevant experience for this position. The Executive Facilities Manager will be working within the Facilities Team, ensuring the efficient operation, maintenance, and compliance of facilities in Corporate Buildings owned and managed by Galway City Council. The role will include the overseeing of the maintenance and operation of all aspects of buildings maintenance and upgrades including mechanical & electrical (M & E) systems, managing budgets and contracts, and ensuring facilities meet safety, environmental, and security standards. The post will also involve the project management of facility upgrades and new installations. The Executive Facilities Manager will report to the Facilities Manager or such person as may be assigned from time to time by Galway City Council. The role will involve working closely with all relevant Galway City Council Departments and other key stakeholders in the coordination and maintenance of facilities in Corporate Buildings owned and managed by Galway City Council. There are many challenges in the maintenance and management of these buildings to ensure their integrity and to enable them to operate efficiently for their varied functions. The facilities team are required to have a proactive maintenance programme in place for the buildings. We are also striving to ensure that all buildings are achieving our climate action goals by developing adaptive strategies and implementing specific actions and interventions across our portfolio of buildings. The particular duties and responsibilities attached to the post may vary from time to time, without changing the general character of the duties or level of responsibilities entailed. The post holder may therefore be required to perform duties appropriate to the post, other than those detailed below, and to take instructions from and report to, an appropriate Officer or such designated Officer as may be assigned from time to time by Galway City Council. The Executive Facilities Manager shall be expected to: 1. Character Candidates shall be of good character. 2. Health Each candidate must be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Citizenship : Candidates must, by the date of any job offer, be: i. A citizen of the European Economic Area (EEA). The EEA consists of the Member States of the European Union, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Norway; or ii. A citizen of the United Kingdom (UK); or iii. A citizen of Switzerland pursuant to the agreement between the EU and Switzerland on the free movement of persons; or iv. A non-EEA citizen who is a spouse or child of an EEA or UK or Swiss citizen and has a stamp 4 visa; or v. A person awarded international protection under the International Protection Act 2015 or any family member entitled to remain in the State as a result of family reunification and has a stamp 4 visa or vi. A non-EEA citizen who is a parent of a dependent child who is a citizen of, and resident in, an EEA member state or the UK or Switzerland and has a stamp 4 visa 4. Education, Training, Experience, etc. Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms: a) (i) hold an honours bachelors degree ( level 8 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) in building services management, facilities management or a related discipline relevant to the post. OR (ii) hold an ordinary bachelors degree ( level 7 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) AND a post-graduate master’s degree ( level 9 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ)) in building services management, facilities management or a related discipline relevant to the post. b) Have at least five years satisfactory experience relevant to the role after attaining the qualification referred to above; c) Possess a high standard of technical training and experience appropriate to the nature of the role, including administrative experience; d) Have a satisfactory knowledge of public service organisation or the ability to acquire such knowledge. Candidates must: · Hold a current valid unendorsed driving licence in respect of category B vehicles and must advise if this is not the case. A copy of Licence must be submitted with your application. · Submit a copy of their qualifications *Non-Irish Qualifications must be accompanied by a determination from Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) to establish their comparability against the Irish National Framework of Qualifications, overseas qualifications must also be accompanied by a translation document. Desirable: It is desirable that candidates should have the following: · Satisfactory relevant experience in a similar role ideally with responsibility for multiple buildings containing offices. · Competence in the management of mechanical and electrical systems within a modern office environment. · Knowledge of the relevant legislative environment including the health and safety and fire safety frameworks. · Flexibility in terms of working hours as the duties can involve working outside of normal working hours as required. · Effective people management skills. · Excellent planning and organisation skills with strong attention to detail. · Be a good communicator, both verbal and written. · Be self- motivated with a record of demonstrating initiative judgment and problem solving in a workplace environment Each candidate must include on the application form details of all qualifications obtained by them. The invitation to attend for Interview is not to be regarded as an admission that you possess the prescribed qualifications and/or requirements for this post or are you qualified by law to hold the post. Documentary proof will be required before appointment where you claim credit for particular qualification, experience, etc. Type of Post Future relevant permanent and temporary posts will be filled from the panel(s) formed. The post(s) will be whole-time, permanent/temporary and pensionable. Remuneration The annual salary (Circular EL 07-2025, Revised Local Authority Scales Operative from 1st August 2025) is as follows: €59,658 - €82,929 per year IMPORTANT NOTE: Candidates should note that the starting salary is not subject to negotiation . Entry into the pay scale above the minimum point will only apply to existing public servants in the context of the relevant Government Pay Circulars. Candidates who are not covered by such Circulars will enter the pay scale at the minimum point i.e. €59,658 The rate of remuneration may be adjusted from time to time in line with Government pay policy. The holder of the office shall pay to the local authority any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to and received by them by virtue of their office or in respect of services which they are required by or under any enactment to perform. Probation: (a) there shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation, (b) such period shall be 12 months but, the Chief Executive may at their discretion extend such period, (c) such persons shall cease to hold the position at end of the period of probation unless during such period, the Chief Executive has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory. Hours of Duty The person appointed will be required to work a 35 hour week. The successful candidate will be required to log their hours of work in accordance with the requirements of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and will be required to co-operate with the use of technologies to record such hours. Annual Leave: The annual leave entitlement will be 30 days per annum. Residence: Holder of the post shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof. Work Permit All non-EU/EEA citizens must hold a valid work permit prior to and for the duration of their contract. The work permit must allow you to work full time for Galway City Council. It is the responsibility of individual employees to ensure that you have a valid work permit. If at any stage during your contract you cease to hold a valid work permit you must immediately advise Galway City Council and your employment will cease with immediate effect. Outside Employment: The position is whole-time and the employee may not engage in private practice or be connected with any outside business which would interfere with the performance of official duties. Driving Licence: A current, full, unendorsed Category B driving licence valid in Ireland is required The successful candidate will be required to provide their own transport. Expenses incurred in work related travel will be recompensed in line with departmental circulars. Garda Vetting: The successful applicant may be required to undergo Garda Vetting prior to appointment. Superannuation Contribution: Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority, who are liable to pay the Class A rate of PRSI contribution will be required in respect of their superannuation to contribute to the rate of 1.5% of their pensionable remuneration plus 3.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of the State Pension Contributory). Persons who become pensionable officers of a local authority who are liable to pay the Class D rate of PRSI contribution will be required, in respect of their superannuation, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 5% of their pensionable remuneration. Widows & Orphans/ Spouses & Children’s Scheme All persons who become pensionable officers of a local Authority are required, in respect of the Local Government (Spouses and Children’s Contributory Pension) Scheme, 1986, to contribute to the local authority at the rate of 1.5% of net pensionable remuneration (i.e. pensionable remuneration less twice the annual rate of State Pension contributory) in accordance with the terms of the Scheme.
